West Point CityENHANCING QUALITY OF LIFE

JANUARY 2016

West Point Officials

Erik Craythorne, Mayor

Gary Petersen, Mayor Pro-Tem

Jerry Chatterton, Councilman

Andy Dawson, Councilman

Kent Henderson, Councilman

Jeff Turner, Councilman

Kyle Laws, City Manager

City Hall

3200 W 300 N

801-776-0970

www.westpointcity.org

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1st & 3rd Tuesdays

6:00pm Administrative Session

7:00pm General Session

2nd & 4th Thursdays

6:00pm Administrative Session

7:00pm General Session

I hope everyone had a niceChristmas and New Year. 2015was a very busy year in our city andI don’t think 2016 will be anydifferent. With growth comeschallenges and we are always tryingto do our best to plan for the future.The West Point I grew up in haschanged and will continue to changeas we see our city grow. As I startmy eighth year as mayor, planningfor the future is one thing I feel isthe most important role of citygovernment. I have said thispublicly a few times but I don’t wantthe Mayor of West Point 20 yearsfrom now saying man that MayorCraythorne sure screwed things up.Through working with ourprofessional staff and planningcommission the decisions we maketoday will shape who we will be inthe future and it is a responsibilitywe all take very seriously. Everyoneknows growth is going to come, it’shappening all along the WasatchFront. We live in a great place withgreat jobs and a strong localeconomy that supports growth, andmore importantly, gives jobs to ourchildren and their families. Whenyou have a strong local economyjobs are created, people move hereinto the state and add to our naturalgrowth here in Utah and we allknow what will happen and that isthat we could triple or evenquadruple in size. Countless hoursgo into planning for roads, utilitiesand schools to accommodate thisgrowth. So what are we doing as acity to plan for the future?

In 2016 the city will open up our“General Plan” for the city. What isthe General Plan? A General Plan

MAYORS MESSAGE for the city is a zoning roadmap forthe city. It specifies where futurecommercial areas will be, whereand what size lots will be developedin the city and most importantlyplans for parks and open space.Stay tuned for more informationabout opening up our general plan.There will be plenty ofopportunities for public commentand involvement and we would loveto hear your ideas. It is importantfor a city to review their generalplan every five or six years to adjustfor change. What we think we willneed in ten years will be a lotclearer in five years. We have avery experienced staff, planningcommission and city council that willdo their very best to make thedecisions that are appropriate forour ever changing city.

Along with our General Plan we alsohave what we call a capital projectsplan. This plan takes all the projectswe know we need to complete andspreads them out over many yearsso we can set money aside to makesure we stay on top of all our needs.Every year as part of our budgetprocess we take a look at ourcapital projects plan and make theneeded correction and changes tokeep it as up to date as possible.With all the many miles of roads andunderground utilities it is vitallyimportant to set money aside todayfor what we will need tomorrow.In conjunction with our budgetprocess we have a few publichearings to hear from all of you andget your feedback. I will becompletely honest, we don’t get toomany people that show up andparticipate at our public hearingsduring the budget process, or any

public hearing for that matter. Ifyou are interested in learning morecome attend our planningcommission or city councilmeetings. Planning commissionmeets the second and fourthThursday at 7:00 pm and the citycouncil meets the first and thirdTuesday at 7:00 pm. Both meetingstypically have a work session at6:00pm that is also open to thepublic. Attending our meetings andparticipating in the public hearings iskey to letting us know how youwould like us to plan for the future.I encourage all of you who areinterested to come and attend ourmeetings especially during thebudget process and when we openup our General Plan this year.

I mentioned earlier that I am goinginto my eighth year as mayor. It hasbeen an honor and privilegerepresenting such a fine city. I getasked all the time if I like it and myanswer is. “I love it”. To be honest Idon’t love all the meetings but whatI do love is meeting so many finepeople in this city and throughoutthe county that I would not havemet otherwise. I also like being partof the process that shapes the city Igrew up in. If any of you have anyquestions comments or concernsabout the direction of our great cityplease contact me or come see us atone of our city council meetings.

Erik CraythorneWest Point City Mayor

Last month, the West Point YouthCouncil helped out with the

City Hall Lighting Ceremony. Theysang countless Christmas songs,helped children with coloring

activities, gave out hot chocolate,and provided background music onthe piano. The Christmas spirit was

overflowing and it was a greatexperience for all who attended.

They also participated in a night ofneighborhood caroling and helped

fill bags and light candles at theCity Cemetery Luminary.

“My idea of Christmas, whetherold-fashioned or modern,

is very simple: loving others.”–Bob Hope

Each month West Point City holds alunch for Seniors 55 and older.

The cost is $2.00 per person and bothresident and non-resident are welcome!

This month lunch will be heldMonday, January 11th.

This month’s menu is:Soup, French Bread and Cake.

You must RSVP to reserve a spot,please call by January 8th

801-776-0970 .

COMMUNITY AFFAIRS & EVENTSIf you would like more information about the activities listed

on this page please contact Jolene Kap @ 801-614-5347 or

email jkap@westpointcity.org

January 2016S M T W T F S

1 New YearsDay City HallClosed

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3 4 5 City Council7:00PM

6 7 8 9

10 11 SeniorLunch11:30AM

12 13 14 PlanningCommission7:00PM

15 16

17 18 MartinLuther KingDay- City HallClosed

19 CityCouncil7:00PM

20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 PlanningCommision7:00PM

29 CityCouncilRetreat

30 CityCouncilRetreat

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION & EVENTSBe sure to view the City website for up-to-date information and follow us

on Facebook and Twitter.

West Point City now allows the keeping of honeybees in most res-idential backyards. Those wishing to keep honeybees must obtain

the necessary permit and follow all restriction set forth in the City Code. Tohelp protect the residents, city ordinance outlines specific requirements per-taining care, number of hives and the placement of the hive on your proper-ty. Honeybee applications are FREE and can be found on the city website orobtained at the West Point City offices.

HOME BUSINESSES

This is a reminder that allHome Occupations Licens-es will expire on December31, 2015. Your current license can be re-newed by paying the application fee for2016. The fee must be paid no later thanJanuary 31, 2016 to avoid a penalty andthe possible revocation of your license.

West Point City Code 17.50 states, ‘Thepurpose of these provisions is to ensurethat the home occupations remain inci-dental and accessory uses within thedwelling or on the dwelling site. Homeoccupations are a temporary privilege thatcan be revoked if disruption of the resi-dential neighborhood occurs.”

If you are currenly conducting an unli-censed business in your home, please visitthe City office and obtain a Home Occu-pation License Application. Failure toproperly license your business can haveseriouis legal and financial consequences.

Please contact Bruce Dopp, codeEnforcement Officer or Michelle Bailey at801-776-0970 if you have any questions.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers freetax help to people who generally make $54,000 or less, personswith disabilities, the elderly and limited English speaking taxpayerswho need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax returnpreparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. Formore information or to find a designated VITA site visit one ofthe following web pages…http://utahtaxhelp.org/https://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Free-Tax-Return-Preparation-for-You-by-Volunteers

Attention Seniors 55 and older!!

Put your wisdom and years of experience to work serving your neighbors here inDavis County. Davis RSVP has numerous volunteer opportunities for those ages55+, including:

·Become an Elementary School Reading Mentor and help children improvetheir reading & comprehension skills

·Deliver hot meals and smiles to homebound seniors through Davis County’sMeals on Wheels Program

·Help sort, organize and distribute food donations to needy families throughthe Bountiful Community Food Pantry.

Your service helps your community, but you also benefit by enjoying a renewedsense of purpose, having a reason to get up and out of the house each day, andmaking new friendships.RSVP volunteers receive reimbursement for mileage and supplemental insurancebenefits too. Let us find the perfect opportunity for you! Contact Davis CountyRetired & Senior Volunteer Program –801-525-5052 or www.daviscountyutah.gov/rsvp

Remember garbage

services for 2016 will

be one day late on the

following weeks that a

holiday falls-

New Years, Memorial Day,

Independence Day, Labor Day,

Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

RECREATION

Jr. Jazz-

Games are set to begin the week of January 4th so be sure to check your schedule.

This years Jazz game will be April 1st against the Minnesota Timberwolves.Each Jr Jazz participant will receive 2 tickets to the game.

Spring Soccer-Registration for spring soccer will begin February 1st and run till February 29th.

Registration is for Pre-K thru 6th grade, boys and girls.Registration cost is $40.00

Recreation sign-ups can be done online at www.westpointcity.org or stop by City Hall to fill out a registration form.

Contact Kelly Ross @ 801-776-0970 for more information on recreation activities and sign ups.

COMMUNITY INFORMATION & EVENTS

West Point Military MemorialDonations are still needed in order to

complete the memorial,if you are interested in

donating to the West Point MilitaryMemorial or to purchase a brick for thememorial please contact a member of

the committee…Cindy 801-825-9886Marv 801-825-5321Royce 801-825-1426

Howard 801-695-2637You can also send in a donation with

your City bill.View the Memorial Site on the City

Website @ www.westpointcity.org

Community classes presented byDavis County Health Department.

These classes are free to the community…

*Put Life Back in Your Life! Call now to sign-up for a Living Well withChronic Conditions workshop, designed for adults who want to takecharge of their ongoing health problems and get relief from their pain,fatigue and other symptoms. A six-week workshop will be offered atDavis Hospital (1580 W Antelope Dr.) on Tuesday, February 9th at2:30pm.

*Don’t let the fear of falling keep you from living. Stepping On is aprogram proven to reduce falls and build confidence in older people.Presenters such as a physical therapist, pharmacists and vision expertshelp you gain specific knowledge and skills to prevent falls. The nextworkshop begins Thursday, February 25th at 2:00pm at Davis Hospital(1580 W Antelope Dr.).

To register or to find out more information on these classes visitlivingwell.utah.gov or call 801-525-5087.

Both workshops are sponsored by Davis County Health Department.